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Monterrey World Cup 2026: Estadio BBVA Ticket Info, Match Schedule & Venue Details

Known as El Gigante de Acero (The Steel Giant), Estadio BBVA stands as one of Mexico's three host stadiums for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Alongside the iconic Estadio Azteca and Chivas’ Estadio Akron, this modern arena will welcome fans to several matches during the tournament.

Home to CF Monterrey, Estadio BBVA has hosted numerous club and national team matches. The 2026 World Cup marks a fresh chapter for this striking stadium which first opened in 2015.

Matches Scheduled at Estadio BBVA

Estadio BBVA will hold four games in total, featuring three group stage matches and one Round of 32 encounter.

How to Purchase Tickets for Estadio BBVA Matches

The primary ticket lotteries like the Visa Presale and Early Ticket Draw have ended after processing over 500 million requests. Official tickets are now scarce.

The Last-Minute Sales Phase began April 1, offering tickets on a first-come, first-served basis with instant confirmation—this is the last chance to buy official FIFA tickets directly.

Fans can also use the FIFA Resale Marketplace to buy or sell verified tickets at set prices as the event nears. Secondary sites such as StubHub provide another option but check their terms before buying.

Stadium Overview

  • Capacity: 53,500
  • Opened: 2015
  • Tenant: CF Monterrey (Liga MX)
  • Address: Av. Pablo Livas 2011, La Pastora, 67140 Guadalupe, N.L., Mexico

History and Highlights of Estadio BBVA

Replacing the old Estadio Tecnológico from 1950, Estadio BBVA Bancomer opened in 2015 as CF Monterrey’s new home. Its inaugural game saw Monterrey defeat Benfica 3–0 in a friendly match. The stadium is praised for its modern design and top-tier facilities.

Besides club matches, it has hosted Copa MX finals, CONCACAF Champions League finals, and Mexican national team games. It also serves as a venue for concerts by famous artists like Coldplay, The Weeknd, and Shakira.

Getting to Estadio BBVA

Take Metrorrey Line 1 to Exposición Station, about a 10-minute walk from the stadium. Bus routes 214, 223, TME, and 093 also stop nearby at Pablo Livas (Estadio BBVA).

Access via Avenida Constitución (Highway 85D) or Carretera Miguel Aleman (Highway 54D). Look for signs directing to Avenida Pablo Livas or La Pastora exits on event days.

Visitor Information and Nearby Amenities

Currently, no tours operate due to renovations. Typically, the Azteca Tour offers visitors the chance to explore the pitch, locker rooms, press box, and commemorative displays.

Food options abound inside and around the stadium. Concessions offer snacks and drinks, while neighborhoods like Coapa and San Lorenzo Huipulco feature local taco stands and traditional eateries.

For sit-down meals, places like Restaurante Parque Asturias, Cachito de Cuba, and Lucrecia Coyoacan provide welcoming atmospheres, especially for groups.